Research & Consulting Intern

Company Description

Candor Capital is a boutique financial advisory firm with a niche in the management of complex portfolios, risk advisory, and transaction advisory for individuals and corporations. With a focus on evaluating financial products, offering regulatory support, and negotiating within the economic and financial ecosystem, we position ourselves as a trusted partner for clients navigating intricate financial landscapes. We adopt a long-term perspective in managing, structuring, and safeguarding assets to ensure the preservation and growth of capital.

The firm was founded by time-served investment and banking professionals to dispense well-researched and verified information along with globally accepted services to the investor community. We are dedicated to transparency and integrity, fostering an open communication system that equips our clients with a clear understanding of industry risks and processes.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our IB & Consulting team as a Research & Consulting Intern. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about corporate finance and the fundraising process and will allow you to gain hands-on experience in the investment banking domain.

Key Responsibilities

I. Research & Strategy:

• Map licensing, compliance, and tax frameworks across target geographies; create concise regulatory roadmaps and risk registers.
• Size markets, segment customers, benchmark competitors, and identify whitespace opportunities; translate findings into go-to-market (GTM) recommendations.
• Conduct audience research, develop value-proposition statements, and advise on naming, messaging hierarchy, and brand architecture.

II. Implementation & Execution:

• Draft company charters, HR handbooks, data-privacy policies, and SOPs that meet local regulations and global best practices.
• Source and negotiate with marketing agencies, tech partners (CRM, ERP), and other third-party vendors; coordinate timelines and quality checks through launch.
• Oversee activation of digital campaigns, website/app builds, and martech integrations; track deliverables and troubleshoot issues in real time.

III. Financial Consulting & Performance Management:

• Build zero-based budgets, rolling forecasts, and sensitivity models for internal monitoring and reporting.
• Define and monitor commercial and operational industry metrics; produce performance dashboards with variance analysis.
• Capital Allocation Advisory: Evaluate funding options, craft investor materials, and support negotiations for debt/equity financing.

Qualifications

Education: Final-year student pursuing graduation or a recent graduate (less than 1 year of work experience).

Background in Finance, Economics, Commerce or related fields preferred.

Skills Required: Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint and who can sit on desk for long hours.

A genuine interest in knowing and learning.

Other Details

Location: East of Kailash, New Delhi (On-site)

Duration: 3 Months

Stipend: Rs. 5,000 per month

Note: This internship could lead to a full-time opportunity based on performance and organizational requirements.

To Apply: Send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest to [Confidential Information].